Genes And Cloning
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Genetic modification of organisms and cloning is controversial. Looks at the way humanity has modified genomes of plants and animals used for food since the dawn of agriculture. As knowledge of cells and genetics has increased, so has humanity's ability to alter genomes. Shows animations of how genetic engineers are now able to construct and insert genes for desirable characteristics into plants and how technology is used to increase numbers of animals with desirable traits and screen out those with disease or lower food yields. Accessibility options on the DVD are: (1) expanded description, (2) English subtitles in a black box, (3) subtitled description.
Media Details
Runtime: 28 minutes 46 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Biology
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
- Standards:
- Release Year: 2006
- Producer/Distributor: Video Education America
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